Can i change ubuntu remote desktop port to something else

Question

I am using ubuntu on my server.

i am behind router.

There is another server in my company where someone has forwarded the port 5900 to.

SO can i change something in my ubuntu so that i can connect using VNC on port 5905

Answer 1

Maybe the Set as default option was overlooked. This process allegedly fixes the issue of the port change not taking even after a reboot.

1. Open Gnome Configuration Editor - gconf-editor (can use ALT-F2 for quick access)
2. Open Folder Desktop
3. Open Folder Gnome
4. Open Folder remote_access
5. In right had pane:
6. Right Click on alternative_port and click on edit key
7. Enter desired port number
8. Click OK
9. Again Right Click on alternative_port and click on Set as Default (this is important)
   1. Enter the Admin password for Authentication and click on Authenticate
   2. Right click on authentication_methods and edit key – and set to vnc
   3. Put a check in the check box for enabled
   4. Put a check in the check box for use_alternative_port
   5. Click on File and Close Window
   6. Reboot the system

Source: http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1297290